“Definitely he’s a competitive guy, he’s a guy you would like to hang around, who likes to have fun and be himself,’’ the Lions defensive tackle said.

Rodgers is much more than a nice guy. He’s the reigning NFL MVP, he’s at the top of every statistical NFL quarterback statistic and he’s got his Packers on a five-game win streak entering Sunday’s game at Ford Field.

“He’s a good quarterback and the thing that stands out for me the most is that he can not only kill you with his arm he can kill you with his feet too,’’ Williams said. “If you get out of your rush lanes, instead of him passing and taking a sack, he’ll pull it down and get a lot of first downs with his feet. So I’m mean he’s the type of quarterback you have to stay in your rush lanes and you definitely have to respect him.’’

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The Lions have plenty of respect for Rodgers who has feasted on them since he became a starter in 2008. In six complete games against the Lions he is 6-0 and has thrown for 300-plus yards in five of those games including in 2011 when he was 22 of 33 for 307 yards with the highlight being a 65-yard scoring strike to wide receiver James Jones in the 27-15 win at Ford Field. Rodgers did not play in the season finale at Lambeau, but a red-hot Matt Flynn worked a little Rodgers magic.

In 2010, the Lions beat the Packers 7-3 when Rodgers was forced out before half-time with a concussion.

Rodgers wouldn’t say what the key is to his success against the Lions.

“I mean, I wouldn’t say just one team against another. It’s just, it’s a focus factor and it’s a preparation and learn how to make the most of your talent and your opportunities,’’ Rodgers said in a conference call on Wednesday. “I think I’ve figured out a pretty good preparation schedule that gets me in a good mindset for the games and just trying to execute the plan in front of me.”

So far this season he’s passed for 2,383 yards and has 25 touchdown passes compared to just five interceptions. Coach Jim Schwartz called that ratio “insane.”

“They score a lot of touchdowns. You look at a stat sheet all you want, touchdowns are a pretty good stat. He’s done it by taking care of the football; he’s got a great command of their offense,’’ Schwartz said. “He’s obviously very comfortable and has been in his whole career. He’s got good mobility. He’s always used his legs at times No. 1 to gain yards but No. 2 to buy time for receivers down the field. Can quick release but also can hold the ball and attack all down the field. He attacks every inch of the field and he makes good decisions.’’

Rodgers could spell trouble for the Lions banged-up secondary. It’s unknown if safeties Louis Delmas (knee) and Amari Spievey (concussion) will play Sunday.

Also cornerback Chris Houston sprained his ankle Sunday and is questionable to play against the Packers.

At 4-5 the Lions need a win on Sunday, their first of three straight home games.

Rodgers will make that win tough to get. He’s been amazing on third downs this year, throwing for 686 yards with six touchdowns and one interception on third downs.

Even though home is an outdoor stadium, he plays even better in domes. In his last eight dome starts including the playoffs he has thrown for 2,623 yards with 25 touchdowns and just one interception.

“I just play my game and try to be patient, take what’s there, throw it to the open guy, go through my progressions and my reads, trust my preparation and just trust my instincts on the field,’’ the 28-year-old Rodgers said. “When you’re playing in a tough environment you’ve got to make good decisions, not turn the ball over and keep your team in the game.”

The Lions defense will have its hands full like they always do with Rodgers. He understands the desperation of the Lions.

“I think any time you’re playing a team that kind of has that type of mentality, the backs against the wall potential mentality, we felt it early against Houston. We were 2-3 and going into a team that was 5-0 and playing really well and we knew we had to have a good performance and were able to,’’ Rodgers said.

“You’ve got to factor that in. They’re playing at home, their crowd’s going to be into it, it’s going to be loud,’’ Rodgers said. “There’s going to be a surge early in the game and we’re going to have to play a four-quarter game.”